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I have a possible tear in my meniscus on my left knee and an inflamed Achilles tendon. Both are swollen and very painful, so I wondered whether Turmeric Curcumin C3 Complex will help?
Inflammation at any site of injury hinders the healing process so it is best to reduce the inflammation. Turmeric Curcumin C3 Complex contains three of the most potent anti-inflammatory compounds found in turmeric root and so it will certainly help the healing process and it will also help also alleviate pain. Using Capsicum and Ginger Warming Cream around any area of injury also helps to alleviate localised pain and inflammation.
My partner has a type of bruising on his arms which I understand can be called purpura. I did get him some Lamberts Rutin and Vitamin C which he took for three months, but as he wasn’t sure if they were helping he stopped taking them about three weeks ago, but now some small bruising has appeared which bleeds if knocked. Can you please advise if this supplement is correct for this condition, and also should he be getting vitamin K as well, which I understand helps with blood clotting.
Without doubt Lamberts Rutin and Vitamin C is the supplement of choice for blood vessels such as capillaries that haemorrhage with the slightest knock. This supplement needs to be taken for longer than three months to help strengthen capillaries in the body and my suggestion is usually for a year. Vitamin K supplements can be helpful in managing the appearance of purpura. This is not a cure and may only help if there is a vitamin K deficiency which is common in many people over the age of 60, so I would advise that you consult with your GP on this issue.
I suffer with constipation, especially when I travel, and I saw Travel Biotic and I wondered if Travel Biotic would be better to take than Daily Bowel Regularity?
Travel Biotic is a probiotic supplement aimed at preventing travellers’ diarrhoea and so would not be the supplement of choice. Life Extension’s Daily Bowel Regularity supplement provides short chain fatty acids which the cells use as energy to move food and is beneficial when taken over a few months rather than just during your travels.
When you travel, it would be prudent to use Super Cleanse for Colon which works to eliminate stagnant matter in the gut gently and I would suggest taking this a few days before the journey and during your holiday, or as needed.
My husband had a tick bite recently which developed the characteristic ‘bullseye’ rash of Lyme disease. He did not have any other symptoms and is taking a precautionary three-week course of Amoxicillin which he is tolerating well. How should he ensure that the possible Lyme infection is fully cleared up and how can he recover his body from the side effects of a long course of antibiotics, particularly on his gut?
In some cases, a three-line antibiotic course is given to ensure no long term effects arise as a result of the tick bite. Whilst Amoxicillin is definitely one of the antibiotics commonly prescribed for ten to fourteen days, I would also suggest taking a herbal antimicrobial alongside this, such as New Nordic Dida.
Dida contains extracts of cinnamon which studies have shown to display antimicrobial properties on both Gram negative and Gram positive bacteria. Additionally, oregano extract within the formulation further supports this since oregano contains carvacrol and thymol which are potent antimicrobial agents. This supplement is used for digestive comfort so I do not see a problem using it for your husband.
Whilst your husband in on antibiotics, he should still take a probiotic such as Mega Probio. I suggest two capsules twice a day preferably with food two hours away from the antibiotic to allow the bacteria to thrive until the next dose of antibiotic destroys some of these friendly bacteria and the subsequent probiotic dose repopulates some of them to continue to carry out their myriad of beneficial roles. Please continue to take this supplement for a minimum of one month after the course to achieve a healthy gut environment.
While this advice offers supportive measures, Lyme disease can have serious long-term effects if not fully treated. A bullseye rash is a strong sign of infection and usually warrants immediate medical attention. Testing may be appropriate during or after treatment to monitor for lingering infection. Always consult a doctor—especially if symptoms persist or worsen after antibiotics.
I am currently experiencing tonsil stones. They are uncomfortable and sometimes I am able to remove them with a tonsil stone remover, but is there anything I can do or take to stop the build-up of debris. I have good oral hygiene.
Firstly, a tonsillar stone is basically a combination of calcium with debris and that they are not always the easiest thing to remove. I have no doubt about your oral hygiene but in this case, we need to understand why they are formed and if we can prevent this to any extent or simply consider symptomatic treatment. The simple fact is we do not fully understand why these are formed but some people may simply have more bacteria in the mouth that get caught up in the crevices, others may have larger crevices, and others simply not chewing correctly so larger particles get caught up in these crevices.
I think that you should consider gargling with Clinisept+ Mouthwash, which at the very least will eradicate these bacteria at the point of contact. It’s a hypochlorous solution which is safe to use daily and whilst it smells like swimming pool water, gargling results in a solution like water with the hypochlorous adhering to the tissues and killing the odour causing bacteria, calming inflammation which may lead to deposition of calcium onto debris to create a stone. There are other causes too such as post nasal drip where the mucus can deposit onto the tonsils, dry mouth syndrome since saliva rinses away debris and a lack of it means greater deposition possibility.
Some say that a magnesium deficiency results in calcium deposition, but this remains unproven, others gargling with chlorophyll liquid because chlorophyll adsorbs all vapours but again its anecdotal. I would be inclined to also take Liposomal CoQ10 since high bacterial activity of certain strains (anaerobic strains) can thrive in the tonsils and contribute to stone formation as well as bad breath. Liposomal CoQ10 helps oxygenate all tissues and so the bacteria are less likely to thrive.
I have been told via a blood test that I am deficient in folic acid and told to take folic acid 800mcg once daily for the three months. Is there a specific folic acid you would recommend?
There are a substantial number of people who carry a gene variant that cannot convert folic acid into its active form called methylfolate resulting in deficiencies. I suggest that you take Viridian Methylfolate capsules at a dose of one capsule twice a day which will provide you with 800mcg of active folic acid that the body can utilise whether you have this gene variant or not.
My daughter suffers from painful trapped gas in her tummy and feels like a balloon has been inflated inside. Any thoughts on how we can manage this other than large doses of Gaviscon?
Trapped gas and bloating is often associated with a lack of digestive enzymes for a variety of reasons which can include hormonal disturbances, stress, or perhaps a food intolerance. I think that your daughter should start with a gentle herbal tincture, preferably taken in water, which helps enhance the body's own digestive enzymes as well as herbs that support the digestive process. That supplement is Vogel's Yarrow Complex Drops.
Activated Charcoal is known to adsorb gas to help relieve bloating and gas. It has small, low-volume pores that increase surface area for absorption and binds to gas-causing by-products in the gut, helping to reduce abdominal discomfort.
I suffer terribly with chilblains in the winter and this last winter was really bad, but I also have incredibly painful heels and the pain was increased when I developed a crack on my heel, and now my skin is peeling. Can you recommend anything to help?
Heel fissures, or painful cracked heels, are associated with dry, thickened skin which then cracks and splits leading to pain and discomfort. There are of course other reasons for this which include standing for long periods, the wrong footwear, use of harsh soaps, and medical conditions such as diabetes and thyroid concerns. However, I would suggest that you take Omega-7 Sea Buckthorn Oil capsules since omega-7 is a rarer essential fatty acid that is used to alleviate all types of dry skin conditions. The reason for the skin still peeling is from the after effects of inflammation which aside from eliminating natural oils in skin, also disturbs numerous processes in the body including energy production.
Topically, you might find Gehwol's Med. Salve for Cracked Skin to be useful as it contains bisabolol and pantethenol to help moisturise and heal skin quickly.
After two years of tests and examinations suspecting ALS and Parkinson’s, my mother has been diagnosed with ‘vascular ageing’. She suffers from muscle weakness, leg twitches, restlessness and backache. She takes Mirtazapine which has helped her manage her symptoms, but is there anything else which might benefit her?
Vascular ageing refers to changes in the walls of the arteries leading to stiffness of the arteries. This causes a number of possible concerns in that less blood flows around the body, tissues are starved of oxygen and vital nutrients, as well as an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Some natural supplements may support vascular health and perhaps slow down vascular ageing and I would suggest taking three supplements which provide a broad range of benefits.
Firstly, I would recommend taking Optimized Resveratrol Elite. This potent antioxidant normally found in grapes has been the subject of numerous studies and helps to slow down certain aspects of ageing by protecting the linings inside the arteries and reducing damaging oxidative stress to the arteries. I would also recommend taking Turmeric Curcumin C3 Complex which provides three of the most potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds found in turmeric root which will be of value in protecting arterial elasticity.
Finally, Kyolic Garlic Extract 600 mg daily because Garlic has been shown to modestly protect the cardiovascular system and also improve the elasticity of arteries.
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Which probiotics do you recommend for C. Difficile?
A wide variety of probiotics have been used to prevent or treat C. Difficile infections. The best studied probiotic species for CDI are Saccharomyces Boulardii and Lactobacillus Rhamnosus GG. I would suggest Lactobacillus Rhamnosus since this is a well-studied strain which naturally exists in the body. It works to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria, or treat an infection by colonising in the gut and eventually displacing the pathogens.
My son has been diagnosed with mild blepharitis. He is only 24 and I am therefore concerned as all the information says it's a long-term condition. Before diagnosis, I bought the Eye Rescue Lidstick and this does seem to have helped a bit. Are there any other supplements or solutions you can suggest?
Blepharitis is normally a long-term condition which can be controlled by taking the appropriate measures of eyelid cleansing, although it is not always associated with this and may also be due to allergies and other factors.
I suggest that your son cleanses the eyelid area every day with Ocusoft Lid Scrub Plus, which are pre-moistened wipes to reduce the numbers of bacteria responsible for blepharitis, the most common cause, and then follow with Hypochlorous Eye Lid Spray which provides a non-irritating, skin calming compound that works to eradicate the bacteria associated with causing inflammation. He can then follow this with the Eye Rescue Lidstick if necessary.
Could you please recommend anything for hand tremors?
First and foremost, it's important to see your doctor to rule out any serious underlying conditions that may be causing hand tremors. Once you've had appropriate medical evaluation and testing, it's worth considering nutritional factors. For some people, hand tremors may be associated with a magnesium deficiency, which is quite common. Please consider Neuro-Mag which is a specific magnesium compound that has been shown to enter the spinal cord and then into the nervous system since magnesium relaxes the nerves that are triggered in hand tremors.
My 11-year-old granddaughter is approaching puberty, what can you recommend for her to take. I was thinking Evening Primrose?
A lot of hormonal changes take place during puberty. The balance between oestrogen and progesterone is required for healthy periods and mood regulation but this can take some time to establish the balance. With hormonal changes, there is often an excess and the body needs to detoxify through the liver and gut. The liver's detox pathways metabolise the hormones and then they move to the gut to be eliminated. A healthy balanced gut will eliminate them but an imbalance of good bacteria will result in these metabolites being absorbed back so it is best to take a quality probiotic such as Mega Probio.
As magnesium is involved in over 300 biochemical reactions, it does not come as a surprise that magnesium is of value in balancing hormones, in calming the nervous system, in promoting oestrogen clearance through the liver, and provides numerous other benefits. I suggest taking Floradix Magnesium Liquid Formula at a dose of two teaspoons daily.
I had a keyhole operation on my knee to repair a tear in the anterior meniscus and clear some wear and tear from the kneecap. The operation was successful, but my knee is inflamed, swollen, stiff and painful. Would you recommend any of your products for water retention?
Inflammation causes the body to retain fluid in the area as a self-protective mechanism, so I would suggest that you take Turmeric Curcumin C3 Complex which contains three of the most potent active compounds found in turmeric root. As the inflammation comes down, the swelling will subside. You may also wish to apply Capsicum & Ginger Warming Cream to enhance localised circulation, help pain and reduce inflammation
A few years ago I became allergic to SLS in toothpaste which gave me very sore flaky lips. I switched to a leading sensitivity brand which has been fine until now, but the paste has gone from white to blue and the long list of chemical ingredients is slightly different and is playing havoc with my lips. Can you recommend an alternative that will effectively clean my teeth without triggering my skin?
Manufacturers certainly change the ingredients, supposedly for the better, but often this may not suit everyone. Two of our most popular SLS-free toothpastes are Green People's Peppermint and Aloe Vera Toothpaste and Nature's Answer Periobrite Toothpaste. Both have minimal chemicals although the list in Periobrite is large because of the number of herbal and non-herbal extracts such as CoQ10 and Folic acid. I do think that Periobrite is one of the best on the market for total oral health.
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My issue is falling asleep and staying asleep. This is a huge issue for me and I need support because it is making me tired and lethargic throughout the day, so what do you recommend?
May I suggest that you take a supplement called Sleep Tight Plus. This supplement contains a blend of traditional herbs that work to induce sleep and relaxation such as Valerian, Hops and Passionflower, as well as containing extracts of cherries which are rich in melatonin to help sleep duration. By ensuring that you get a good night's sleep, you should find an increase in energy levels as well as the ability to focus and concentrate.
We are going abroad shortly, but my husband seems to regularly suffer with cold sores, particularly with exposure to long periods in the sun. Is there anything he could take to prevent this happening so regularly?
Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 and can be triggered by sun exposure due to UV radiation that can weaken the immune system making it easier for the dormant virus to reactivate. They can also be caused by skin damage due to sunburn or stressed skin due to mild sun damage which can again cause the virus to reactivate.
I would recommend that your husband takes Lamberts L-Lysine tablets ideally two or three weeks before the holiday at a dose of two tablets a day preferably an hour before any food or 1.5 hours after food. Lysine is an amino acid that blocks the 'food' for the virus to replicate and hence this supplement keeps it in check.
It would also be prudent to use Lysine Lip Balm which contains L-lysine and monolaurin from coconut both of which display potent anti-viral properties. Use three or four times a day and follow this with an SPF 30 lip balm such as the Coola Liplux Lip Balm Sunscreen SPF 30 and apply this regularly during sun exposure or outdoor activity.
Is there anything I can take to help regulate body temperature at night? I’m 39, not perimenopausal and have suffered with this issue for many years.
Feeling hot due to poor regulation of body temperature may be associated due to numerous possible concerns including hormonal imbalances, dysfunction of the nervous system, dehydration, which is very common, or other environmental factors. However, the most common causes are female hormonal imbalances and dehydration, so I would recommend taking Sage Complex to gently address any possible hormonal imbalances as this remedy contains several plant oestrogens together with a herb called Chasteberry which allows the body to manufacture its own progesterone.
I would also recommend Electrolyte Fix Liquid which helps to hydrate all the tissues in the body and also contains Magnesium which helps with the nervous system.
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My daughter will soon be starting her A Level exams but is feeling exhausted despite getting sleep and her blood tests seemed fine too. She is taking 20 mg Fluoxetine and is also taking Methylphenidate when she needs to focus. I’m not sure if there’s something she can take to give her some energy without contraindicating with her medication.
When taking Methylphenidate, some people may experience fatigue or energy dips, possibly due to nutrient depletion, especially magnesium. I would suggest that your daughter take Magnesium Complex at a dose of one capsule daily with or immediately after a meal. Magnesium Complex contains several magnesium compounds that support relaxation, quality sleep, physical energy, and cognitive energy for focus and clarity of mind. As always, this should be taken a couple of hours away from any medication just to be prudent.
I’m having a hysterectomy and I’ve been pre-warned by several friends who have had hysterectomies that UTI’s are very common after the operation. Should I take Cysticlean before and after the operation?
Cysticlean is a specific type of cranberry extract high is PAC's which are antioxidants that may not be wise to use prior to the day of surgery but would generally be regarded as safe perhaps up to three days before and then immediately after to try and prevent UTI's.
I would also recommend that you take a high strength probiotic supplement such as Healthaid Femprobio capsules, which contains numerous strains that may be of value in both prevention and treatment of UTIs and you can take this supplement up to the day before your surgery since these strains release lactic acid, helping to reduce the numbers of pathogens that reside in the urinary tract
Can Ergothioneine Serum be used after red light therapy?
As I am sure you are aware, after red light therapy your skin is more receptive to actives such as Hyaluronic Acid to hydrate, as well as other actives. Ergothioneine is certainly an ingredient that displays over 40 recognised skin benefits, including hydration, protecting the collagen matrix, and improving skin tone and elasticity, to name a few and you can use this serum safely due to its skin calming properties too.
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Last year I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s autoimmune disease. I am taking Levothyroxine to assist my thyroid and whilst this is helping, it is not tackling my potential vitamin and mineral deficiencies. I am taking Vitamin D as I already know I’m deficient in this, but what else should I be taking?
Nutrient deficiencies are very common and should be addressed in those with Hashimoto's. There are a number of nutrients known to be deficient such as the B-vitamins, minerals like zinc etc. It would be prudent to take an iodine-free multivitamin supplement such as Lamberts Multi-Guard Iron-Free supplement. This supplement is ideal for postmenopausal women who require less iron in their diet.
Turmeric, or rather curcumin (one of its active compounds) is known to help Hashimoto's because it is a powerful anti-inflammatory. Over time, the thyroid's chronic inflammation can result in less production of thyroid hormone leading to a generalised slowing down of metabolism with the side effects of tiredness, weight gain and so on. Turmeric Curcumin C3 Complex contains three of the most potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant protective compounds and would be safe to take alongside the multivitamins. Please ensure that both supplements are taken away from Levothyroxine by at least two hours.
I am going away and wanted to know if there is a natural diuretic I could take to help with fluid retention. I do wear surgical stockings during the flight to help with swollen ankles but the last couple of years my ankles have remained swollen when I go aboard for the duration and the swelling doesn’t come down until I return home.
I would recommend that you take Viridian Nutrition Cleavers, which is an excellent diuretic and also works on the lymphatic system and so helps to prevent and treat swollen ankles and feet. Take this supplement a few days before your travels and during your vacation.
My seven year-old-granddaughter recently developed really bad eczema on the front of her hands when outside playing sport on a very cold day and they remain dry and sore, so can you recommend a product which would help?
The skin is dry and sore because of the inflammation which causes the loss of lipids (natural oils), so I suggest that she uses Hope's Intensive Dry Skin Rescue Cream two or three times a day. This cream contains calming and healing benefits from Chamomile, Calendula and Aloe Vera, in a base blend of several oils to help moisturise and alleviate eczema and other dry skin concerns.
Please also ensure that your granddaughter takes a quality fish oil to help maintain skin's natural oils as well as providing all the benefits that omega-3s provide including support the health of the brain and eyes. Bare Biology Action Heroes Omega-3 Fish Oil is a high strength, clean fish oil supplement with a lemony flavour which does not repeat with only 1ml being used as a daily dose. This makes it easy to take and easy to mix into food or cereals.
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Can you recommend anything to clear mucus from lungs and also anything for sinus problems? I suffer from primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD)
With PCD, firstly you want to ensure a healthy immune system in order to prevent respiratory tract infections and to this end, please take 2000iu of vitamin D3 every day and a quality probiotic such as Mega Probio because these beneficial bacteria work to produce immunoglobulins, which support the immune system. A lack of vitamin D3, which is very common in the adult population, means that white blood cells are less likely to engulf bacteria and viruses, allowing them to infect the body.
To keep the lungs clear, Nature's Answer Mullein Leaf would be a good remedy. Mullein is an expectorant working to keep the lungs clear of mucus and congestion. Sinus problems are also associated with PCD and I would recommend taking Viridian Horseradish and Garlic Complex since the volatile oils in horseradish keep the sinuses clear whilst garlic may help prevent sinus infections.
Can you recommend a Magnesium to help with sleep for my husband, who also has IBS? He takes Magnesium Citrate, but I don’t feel it does anything for him.
Magnesium Citrate is an acidic form of magnesium that can cause gastric distress for some as well as working as a mild gut cleanser due to its laxative properties. I would recommend that your husband take Neuro-Mag, two capsules at night. This contains a specialised magnesium compound, Magnesium L-Threonate, that has been shown to enter the spinal cord from where it can spread to the nervous system, providing multiple benefits such as relaxing the body and so helping to promote better sleep.
My 86-year-old mother has venous cellulitis on her leg which is now infected. She is taking antibiotics and a topical cream. Is there anything you can recommend to try and accelerate the healing process. She takes BP tablets and aspirin.
Cellulitis is a bacterial infection often caused by a break in skin such as a bruise, cut or graze. I would recommend the use of Hydrosol Silver Spray to be sprayed onto the area in the AM and PM. This spray contains silver, which displays powerful anti-inflammatory properties that ensure a quicker healing of the inflamed tissues since inflammation hinders the healing processes. Additionally, silver displays powerful broad spectrum antibacterial properties. This could potentially be used in between the application of the cream provided, which is probably antimicrobial in action.
I would also recommend Liposomal Vitamin C. Since she is already taking antibiotics to eradicate the infection, all we need to do is to accelerate the healing processes, and vitamin C is an excellent choice as it displays potent anti-inflammatory properties and is required in skin for all the healing processes. Take one teaspoon daily and this is safe to take alongside her current medications.
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Are there any recommendations/data for interventions for Idiopathic oedema - more prominent during luteal phase menstrual cycle (gravity, heat, humidity causes exacerbation), difficulty losing weight and the optimisation of mitochondrial health/metabolic health?
The luteal phase, one of four phases in the menstrual cycle, is well known to cause fluid retention due to the increase in the hormones oestrogen and progesterone. It is not that simple in that there is a fine balance between the two that can be the cause. I would simply consider taking Nature's Answer Dandelion Root because this herb acts as a diuretic but at the same time, it is rich in minerals and so it replenishes the lost minerals through water loss.
As far as weight loss is concerned, there are many remedies but certainly a customer favourite is Healthaid CoffeeSlim capsules which contain ingredients to enhance calorie burning, curb appetite, and maintain healthy blood sugar levels and as far as mitochondrial health is concerned, I would recommend DoSe Liposomal CoQ10 since this enzyme is an antioxidant that helps protect the mitochondria and plays a crucial role is the process of oxidative phosphorylation, a process that enhances ATP which is the powerhouse molecule of the body.
I have been diagnosed with erosive gastritis and was prescribed two weeks of two omeprazole per day and although it improved, it hasn’t healed it. I have been eating bland foods and eradicated alcohol and fizzy drinks, but it’s persisting, do you have any advice please?
Alongside taking omeprazole to reduce acid production for a short period, I would suggest also taking Gastro-Ease. Gastro-Ease targets the damage done to the upper digestive tract. This supplement provides a unique approach in that it contains a specialised form of zinc which works to enhance mucus production which protects the stomach and the upper gut from further damage caused by any acid seeping through upwards or downwards. Additionally, this bioavailable form of zinc helps heal inflamed and damaged tissues. Gastro-Ease also contains a specialised probiotic strain to protect the stomach and the upper linings of the GI tract, which is why it is often recommended for erosion due to H.pylori.
It might also be prudent to consider a probiotic supplement such as Microbz Revive Probiotic Liquid. This is a specialised probiotic supplement aimed at the healing of the gut caused by inflammatory bowel disorders such as diverticulitis, IBS, colitis, and other digestive concerns. Aside from containing 15 species of soil-based probiotics which are part of our normal microbiome. This probiotic drink also contains Slippery Elm to soothe and protect damage and the amino acid, L-Glutamine, which is the most abundant amino acid in the gut, to repair damage to the intestinal cells.
I’m currently experiencing an outbreak of shingles. I’m not in too much discomfort; however, I do feel very tired and I wondered could you recommend anything to help boost my immune system?
A shingles episode usually occurs when the immune system is compromised so you are right in wanting to support the immune system. I would suggest that you take Daily Immunity at a dose of one capsule twice a day. Daily Immunity contains a comprehensive blend of nutrients and herbal extracts as well as probiotics, which all work in synergy to help support and bolster the immune system.
You can take Daily Immunity with Daily Energy, which is a gentle but effective supplement containing a blend of adaptogenic herbs to boost both physical and mental energy.
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After years of a mild but progressive skin discolouration, a skin biopsy had shown the rash is mild superficial extragenital lichen sclerosis. Do you have any recommendations?
As I am sure you are aware, LS is an autoimmune concern possibly caused by hormonal changes or genetics. Assuming that you do not have any vulval disease, and that this is affecting the common sites such as the inner thigh, buttocks, lower back, abdomen, and other areas, then I would simply use Thyme Out spray twice a day onto the affected areas. Thyme Out contains thyme extract which displays potent anti-inflammatory, soothing, cooling, calming and antimicrobial properties as clearly the skin biopsy has not picked up anything detrimental. Thyme Out also features a bath and shower gel with minimal ingredients for added support instead of using traditional bathing products.
I have recently been diagnosed with very high lipoprotein (a) levels. Is there anything you can suggest to improve the health of my arteries/circulation.
Lipoprotein a is a type of low density lipid that is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease and is usually an inherited disorder, although increasing some types of fats in one's diet can also be a contributory factor. A healthy diet and lifestyle are the first step to reducing the risk for cardiovascular concerns. Although statins do not reduce Lipoprotein (a) levels, they are widely used for those at risk of heart attack and stroke. A natural approach to statins would be to consider taking Cholestsafe capsules which contain red yeast rice and policosanol known to lower all cholesterol types.
It might also be prudent for you to take a niacin supplement which has been shown in studies to lower this by approximately 40%. The nicotinamide supplement I have chosen is the amide of niacin with fewer side effects.
Could you please advise me on what I could take for indigestion/heartburn. I have had bouts of this for many years, it doesn’t affect my tummy too much although I do have a lot of air.
As far as heartburn is concerned, this may be due to a protein rich diet, a lack of digestive enzymes, and perhaps the loss of elasticity of the valve between the stomach and the oesophagus. I would recommend taking Centaurium Tincture. This herbal remedy works to enhance your own digestive enzymes to break down food since improper breakdown, especially of proteins, results in the symptoms of acid reflux. This tincture also works to enhance gastrin, a hormone that controls the tight band of muscles between the stomach and the oesophagus helping to prevent heartburn and any other symptoms of acid reflux.
